AUTHOR’S POVThirty minutes later, Aria walked into the grand dining hall.She wore a sharp, dark red dress that hugged her curves. Her hair hung loose over her shoulders. Her bruised ribs still ached, but the heavy morning sex left her feeling incredibly grounded and confident.Elara sat at the long oak table, cutting a piece of sausage. She wore a fresh bandage under her combat shirt, but she looked as fierce as ever."Good morning, Luna," Elara smirked, noticing the dark flush lingering on Aria's cheeks."Morning," Aria replied, sitting down next to her.The kitchen doors swung open. Two maids hurried in, carrying fresh platters of scrambled eggs, bacon, and toasted bread. The staff looked terrified, moving with frantic caution after yesterday's horrific attack.A moment later, the heavy main doors opened.Alpha Richie and Ivy marched into the room. Jaxon was missing, likely still locked in his guest suite by Jacob's royal guards.Richie looked around the room, his nose wrinkling i
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